21034 Barker Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, MLS® R3049776

Welcome to 21034 Barker Avenue, a beautiful property nestled in the heart of Maple Ridge, BC. As your trusted realtor, I'm excited to share with you the highlights of this stunning home, located in the MLS® R3049776 listing.

Let's start with the schools. Maple Ridge Elementary School is just a short 0.57 km away from 21034 Barker Avenue, making it an ideal choice for families with kids. This school has a rating of 1.9/10, reflecting its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for its students. Plus, the proximity to the school means you'll have peace of mind knowing that your little ones are just around the corner.

If you're looking for an alternative education option, MEADOW MONTESSORI is just 1.07 km away from this home, offering a unique and engaging learning experience. And for secondary education, Maple Ridge Christian School is a short 1.4 km away, providing a values-based education that's sure to make a lasting impact.

Now, let's talk about safety. According to Statistics Canada's 2020 report, there were 9,462 violations in the area surrounding 21034 Barker Avenue, with a crime rate of 10,310.11 incidents per 100,000 population. While this may seem concerning, it's essential to note that the crime rate in this area is Above Average compared to other Canadian cities. However, I'm pleased to report that the year-over-year change in the total crime rate is a positive -13.72%.

In terms of specific types of crimes, the drug crime rate is also Above Average, with 361.76 incidents per 100,000 population. However, the year-over-year change in the illegal substances offences ranking is a reassuring -23.47%. Property crimes in the area are Average, with 3,824.61 incidents per 100,000 population, and the year-over-year change in the property misconduct rate is a significant -20.63%. Lastly, the violent crime rate is Above Average at 2,153.12 incidents per 100,000 population, with a year-over-year change of -6.53%. While these numbers are important to consider, I want to emphasize that the overall crime rate in this area is relatively low.

Now, let's explore the community surrounding 21034 Barker Avenue. The closest bus station is Eastbound 117 Ave @ 210 St, just 0.1 km away from this property, making it an ideal location for commuters. According to census data, 12% of the population in this neighbourhood have a university certificate or degree, which is Below Average compared to other BC neighbourhoods. However, 18.2% of the population have no certificate or degree, which is Average compared to the average in BC.

In terms of income, the median household income in this area is a comfortable $85,402, which is Above Average compared to the British Columbia average. The median personal income is $37,035, also Above Average compared to the BC average. Furthermore, 65.4% of households in this census subdivision have a mortgage, which is Above Average.

Unemployment rates in this area are also low, standing at 4.9%, which is Low compared to other province neighbourhoods. The population growth between 2011 and 2016 was 0%, which is Average compared to average growth rates in this region. The population density per square kilometre is 2,299.7, which is Above Average.

Families in this area are an average size of 2.9, which is Average compared to the whole region. However, 62.8% of families in this area have children, which is Above Average. The average age of the population is 41.7, which is Average compared to other BC cities.

In terms of real estate, the average value of dwellings in this neighbourhood is $533,865, which is Above Average compared to other areas in British Columbia. Average owner payments are also Above Average, with owners spending an average of $1,357 per month. Tenants pay an average of $1,218 per month, which is also Above Average.

Finally, 21.9% of the population in this area are renters, which is Average compared to other BC cities and areas. The language spoken at home is primarily English, with 92.7% of residents speaking only English, which is Above Average. Only 0.7% of the population speaks neither English nor French, which is Below Average.

In terms of transportation, 11.4% of the population in this area use public transport, which is Average. 83.9% of residents use cars, which is also Average. Only 0.4% of the population use bicycles, which is Low. 3.9% of the population walk,